Senior Software Engineer - Back End

Cape Town, South Africa Posted on 12/03/2026

The Back-end Software Engineer is crucial in buildingsolutions that deliver optimum performance, reliability, and scale. This rolefocuses on developing server-side components that power applications andsupporting systems related to cell phones, live data, and other products.Strong database skills are essential due to the data capabilities beingdeveloped.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Design,develop, test, and deploy complex server-side applications and back-endcomponents.
  
• Maintain,enhance, and optimize existing systems to ensure performance, scalability,and reliability.
  
• Collaboratewith cross-functional teams to define system requirements, scope, andimplementation plans.
  
• Operationalizeback-end solutions, including database design, messaging systems, andintegration with live data products
  
• Support,mentor, and guide developers while liaising with stakeholders to resolveengineering challenges effectively.
  

Required Qualifications

• Grade12 National Certificate (Minimum)
  
• Relevanttertiary qualification in Information Technology (Preferred)
  
• 6+years proven experience in back-end software development, projectdelivery, and implementation using relevant developmenttechnologies/languages. Experience with back-end frameworks andtechnologies
  

Technical Stack

• Java
  
• SpringBoot
  
• Kafka(Non-Negotiable)
  
• AWS(Non-Negotiable)
  

Skills

• AnalyticalSkills
  
• Attentionto Detail
  
• CommunicationSkills
  
• Interpersonal& Relationship Management Skills